Writing Craft Part 13: Deep Dive into Memoir Writing

Writing Craft Part 13: Deep Dive into Memoir Writing

Ben and Sara invite Dr. Rebecca N Thompson to dive deeper into what it takes to write memoir, especially when covering difficult topics and piecing together many people's real life experiences. Memoir writing is always a unique endeavor, and Dr. Thompson speaks to the hard work, research, and time it takes to pull together true experiences cohesively to create a book that can touch many. To watch this episode on YouTube, click on the following link: https://youtu.be/TwJd0gxWyf4 To learn more about Dr. Rebecca N. Thompson, visit www.rebeccanthompson.com [http://www.rebeccanthompson.com/] To purchase her memoir, check out: https://www.rebeccanthompson.com/order [https://www.rebeccanthompson.com/order] And to find her on social media: https://www.instagram.com/rebecca.n.thompson/ [https://www.instagram.com/rebecca.n.thompson/] https://www.threads.com/@rebecca.n.thompson [https://www.threads.com/@rebecca.n.thompson] https://www.facebook.com/rebecca.thompson.354831 [https://www.facebook.com/rebecca.thompson.354831] https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-thompson-md-msc-99458a65/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-thompson-md-msc-99458a65/] To learn more about Ben visit www.bennettrcoles.com  To learn more about Sara visit www.saradahmen.com

Writing Life Part 12: Beta Readers

What is a beta reader? Do you need one? If so, what do they do? How much do they cost, and what are the expectations? Join Ben and Sara as they discuss this unique role in the journey to publishing. To watch this episode on YouTube click on the following link: https://youtu.be/-ympPklsDgQ To learn more about Ben visit www.bennettrcoles.com  To learn more about Sara visit www.saradahmen.com

Business of Writing Part 12: Working with Established IP

Is it possible to write books in story universes that were created by other people? Another creator’s work is called their Intellectual Property, or IP, and the answer is… maybe? It depends. Join Ben & Sara as they interview special guest M.K. Wiseman who successfully joined the ranks of published creators in an existing, world-famous IP. To watch this episode on Youtube, click on the following link:  https://youtu.be/Fwq2LScWzjk To learn more about M.K. Wiseman, they're findable on most platforms @FaublesFables   To learn more about Ben visit www.bennettrcoles.com [http://www.bennettrcoles.com]  To learn more about Sara visit www.saradahmen.com [http://www.saradahmen.com]

Writing Craft Part 12: Tropes

What on earth is a trope? It’s a term thrown around in literary circles to describe something really important that every author should understand. Join Ben & Sara to find out what it is. To watch this episode on Youtube, click on the following link:  https://youtu.be/xjVN8A-aiWc To learn more about Ben visit www.bennettrcoles.com [http://www.bennettrcoles.com]  To learn more about Sara visit www.saradahmen.com [http://www.saradahmen.com]

Business of Writing Part 11: Writing Retreats

Writing retreats are one of the fabled parts of being an author: a secluded location, a cadre of like-minded artists, inspiration galore and just some peace and quiet… But what are writing retreats really like? Why would you want to attend one? Ben & Sara are joined by special guest Carol Johnson to learn the facts about this amazing tool for writers. To watch this episode on Youtube, click on the following link:  https://youtu.be/yGSD56CLbg8 To learn more about Carol and Foreword Retreats visit: forewordretreats.com https://www.instagram.com/foreword_retreats/ To learn more about Ben visit www.bennettrcoles.com [http://www.bennettrcoles.com]  To learn more about Sara visit www.saradahmen.com [http://www.saradahmen.com]